Saturday, July 31 marks the end of the federal ban on evictions. Here are resources to help struggling tenants.
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Follow the latest coverage of COVID-19 in Milwaukee.
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Some health providers see surge in eating disorders
Some Milwaukee health leaders say they are seeing a surge in eating disorders that they link to challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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We’ve updated our list on where struggling residents can get free food or low-cost meals
Here is updated information on where to find food pantries, meal distribution sites and meals for children as well as pay-what-you-can options, meal delivery programs and more.
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OPINION: ‘Disappointing and enraging’: MPS isn’t doing enough to involve community in spending $506 million
MPS will soon receive $506 million that can change the fabric of our city. While MPS claims to want input from the community on how to spend these dollars, its actions indicate otherwise.
Posted inHealth and Wellness, Housing, Neighborhoods
Long waits for federal rental assistance leave Milwaukee-area residents fearing eviction
Some renters say they waited months to find out whether they qualified for thousands of dollars in emergency help to pay past-due rent. Some are still waiting.
Posted in"How To" articles, Housing, Neighborhoods
How to get rental assistance in Wisconsin
A guide to navigating assistance programs for those at risk of eviction during the pandemic.
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Where struggling residents can find food in Milwaukee
If you need food, take a look at these resources. See something we missed? Let us know by texting “MKE” to 73224.
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‘Neighbors helping neighbors’: Finding food, friendship and community at Friedens
Friedens food pantries provided over 36,000 meals in 2020 despite one of its locations shutting down due to COVID-19.
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Vaccination rates in central city neighborhoods remain low, reflecting disparities and apprehension
In Milwaukee’s central city neighborhoods, COVID-19 vaccination rates remain low when compared with the rest of Wisconsin.
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How eligible parents can receive $375 per child to offset summer meal costs
Families who qualified for Pandemic EBT, or P-EBT, or who are awarded FoodShare this summer are eligible to receive an additional $375 per eligible child for buying groceries.